Grainger Town Travel Guide
Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Visit Grainger Town
Popular places to visit
Newcastle-upon-Tyne Theatre Royal
Enjoy artisanal ice cream between acts at a show in the stylish setting of one of England’s most glamorous and acclaimed theaters.
Grey's Monument
Gaze up at this striking column commemorating a major change in politics. Enjoy the views from the top.
Grainger Market
You can do some window-shopping at Grainger Market during your visit to Newcastle-upon-Tyne. Discover the area's lively bars and its great live music.
Central Arcade
Shop inside this strip of high-end boutiques flanked by rows of stylish street lamps and plants.
St. James' Park
Attend an intense soccer game at one of the United Kingdom’s largest and oldest stadiums. See it perched on a hill in the city center.
Quayside
Cross a futuristic tilting bridge, peruse artistic centers and relax with a drink in this modern part of the city.
Things to do
Unlock Newcastle's Secrets: A Historic In-App Audio Tour
Hadrian's Wall, Roman Britain & Borders from Edinburgh
Newcastle Tour App, Hidden Gems Game and Big Britain Quiz (1 Day Pass) UK
Guided Walking Tour of Durham & its Infamous Characters
Top hotels in Grainger Town
Maldron Hotel Newcastle
Nice room which was very clean and good amenities
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Hotel Indigo Newcastle by IHG
Clean and spacious room. Quick and easy check-in.
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Albatross Hostel
All good. Kerrie was extremely helpful
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026
Delta Hotels by Marriott Newcastle Gateshead
The staff are so lovley they answered all my questions they where very welcomeing and your felt like part of the furniture i have two sen children and was very careing and inderstanding one of my little ones hurt his hand due to me giving him a glass my own fault and he cut his hand hand they were ...
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Sandman Signature Newcastle Hotel
Staff very helpful
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026
Copthorne Hotel Newcastle
Lovely location on the banks of the River Tyne with spacious, clean rooms. All the staff were very warm, welcoming, helpful & courteous. We were pleased to find a wide choice of breakfast foods were available but some did suffer from being kept in the hot trays too long. Plenty of parking was available ...
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Grainger Town
Newcastle City Center
Northumberland Street and Grey's Monument are top sights in Newcastle City Center, and you should be sure to explore the fantastic nightlife. Hop aboard the metro at Monument Station or Haymarket Station to see more sights in the area.
Quayside
If you're spending some time in Quayside, Quayside and Trinity Maritime Centre are top sights worth seeing.
Ouseburn
If you're spending some time in Ouseburn, Seven Stories and Victoria Tunnel are top sights worth seeing.
Elswick
While there might not be top attractions in Elswick, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Utilita Arena Newcastle and O2 Academy Newcastle.
Jesmond
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Jesmond. Spend some time visiting top spots like Jesmond Cricket Ground, and catch the metro at West Jesmond Station or Jesmond Station to see more of the area.
Fenham
Fenham is well liked for its restaurants and parks. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, St. James' Park and Chinatown are some interesting sights nearby to check out.
